Glass Processor Apprentice
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Company Dellner Glass Solutions Limited
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Provider DERWENTSIDE COLLEGE
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Location Consett, DH8 7RS
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Type Apprenticeship
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Salary Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref NAS-2000059392
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Application Deadline Date 08/11/2026
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Start Date 04/01/2027
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Positions Available 2
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Working Week Monday to Friday 7am until 5pm. Inclusive of a 30-minute paid lunch break. Hours may vary depending on age of the candidate
Brief Description
Start your career with Dellner Glass Solutions as a Glass Processor Apprentice. Working within our Production Team, you'll learn a range of glass processing techniques in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Full training, support and development opportunities will help you build valuable skills and a rewarding long-term career.
Training to be Provided
The training will be delivered using a blended learning approach of face to face delivery in the workplace, virtual meetings and 1 day per week college release to Derwentside College.
Future Prospects
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity to secure a permanent position within the Production Team and continue developing specialist manufacturing skills.
Future career opportunities could include:
- Qualified Glass Processor
- Senior Glass Processor
- Specialist Laminating or Bonding Technician
- Team Leader or Production Supervisor
- Quality Technician
- Manufacturing or Process Engineer (with further study and development)
Apprentices will gain valuable experience across multiple glass processing operations, including specialist bonding techniques, and may have the opportunity to undertake further qualifications and training as their career progresses.
At Dellner Glass Solutions, we are committed to developing talent from within and supporting employees to build long-term careers within our growing business.
Vacancy Detail
As a Glass Processor Apprentice, you will receive structured training and hands-on experience across a range of manufacturing processes, including:
- Cutting glass using semi-automatic cutting equipment
- Operating glass washing machinery and handling glass safely through the production process
- Manufacturing sealed units, including sealing and assembly techniques
- Filling spacer bars and applying edge tape to sealed units
- Learning glass lamination processes and quality standards
- Reading and interpreting technical drawings, specifications and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Carrying out quality inspections and using quality control systems
- Safe operation of forklift trucks (training and certification provided
- Understanding health, safety, environmental and quality requirements within a manufacturing environment
- Developing teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills
- Supporting production activities across different areas of the business to broaden experience
- Learning specialist glass bonding techniques as part of your development programme
- Opportunity to travel overseas for specialist training in advanced bonding processes
This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to gain valuable manufacturing skills while working towards a recognised qualification within a growing and innovative business.
Other Information
As this role involves working in a manufacturing facility, candidates should be comfortable:
- Standing for extended periods
- Handling glass products safely
- Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Working in accordance with strict health and safety procedures